Directed flow pressure washer system, method and apparatus

ABSTRACT

A directed flow pressure washer system for precision cleaning of one or more parts includes a gas source containing a gas, a solvent source containing a solvent, and a plurality of inlets connected to an elongated pipe tubing. The gas source is connected to a first inlet. The first inlet is configured to receive the gas therethrough, the solvent source is connected to a second inlet, and the second inlet is configured to receive the solvent therethrough. The system includes a component retainer removably attached to the elongated pipe tubing. The parts are located in the elongated pipe tubing at the distal end such that the parts are exposed to a directed variable pressure and flow rate of the gas and/or the solvent. The component retainer is configured with one or more openings at an outlet thereof to allow particles therethrough while retaining the parts during cleaning.

TECHNICAL FIELD

The present disclosure relates to the field of precision cleaning, andmore particularly, to a directed flow pressure washer system, method andapparatus for the precision cleaning of parts in bulk for variousindustries.

BACKGROUND

Conventional precision cleaning systems, methods and apparatuses for thecleaning of parts, particularly small parts in bulk, present manychallenges. In particular, ultrasonic cleaning, tumbling and pressurewashing with detergent, deionized water, solvents or other chemicalshave limited ability to penetrate a large mass of components evenly andquickly. Precision cleaning systems from various companies in theindustry use trays, racks and baskets to hold the parts. Self-containedcleaning systems do the same. Parts placed in a basket for bulk cleaningexpose the outermost parts to the best cleaning. Sprayers and tumblersrely on repetition to cover all areas effectively leaving resultsuneven. Parts that are tumbled do not have the rinse flow rate for thebest particle removal. Conveyor systems also rely on baskets to securethe parts with the same deficiency. Ultrasonic cleaning does notpenetrate the entire depth of parts to be cleaned. Parts that arepressure washed are exposed to the most intense pressure near the nozzleand pressure is quickly dissipated by distance and deflection. The massof parts can hold particulate like a filter. Small parts must becontained, but bulk containment usually sacrifices consistency. Smallerbatches for cleaning increase the cost.

It would thus be desirable to have an improved precision cleaningsystem, method and apparatus, among other desirable features asdescribed herein, which avoid the disadvantages of conventionalprecision cleaning systems, methods and apparatuses.

SUMMARY

In a first aspect, there is provided herein a directed flow pressurewasher system for precision cleaning of parts. The system includes aplurality of inlets connected to an elongated pipe tubing at a proximalend thereof via an inlet tee fitting. The plurality of inlets areconfigured to receive at least a gas, a detergent or surfactant, and asolvent, intermittently or simultaneously therethrough. A gas sourcesupplies the gas configured to be connected to one of the plurality ofinlets configured to receive the gas via a first tubing. A detergent orsurfactant source supplies the detergent or surfactant configured to beconnected to one of the plurality of inlets configured to receive thedetergent or surfactant via a second tubing. A solvent source suppliesthe solvent configured to be connected to one of the plurality of inletsconfigured to receive the solvent via a third tubing. A componentretainer is removably attached to the elongated pipe tubing at a distalend thereof. The elongated pipe tubing is configured to contain theparts therein such that the parts are exposed to a directed variablepressure and flow rate of the gas, the detergent or surfactant, and thesolvent. The component retainer includes openings at an outlet thereofto allow particles therethrough while retaining the parts therein theelongated pipe tubing during cleaning.

In certain embodiments, the gas, the detergent or surfactant, and thesolvent are configured to be filtered to a predetermined micron levelbefore passing therethrough the inlet tee fitting for cleaning of theparts in the elongated pipe tubing.

In certain embodiments, the plurality of inlets are controllable via ashut-off valve for each inlet such that the gas, the detergent orsurfactant, and the solvent flow intermittently or simultaneouslytherethrough and into the inlet tee fitting.

In certain embodiments, the gas accelerates the solvent and formspockets of gas that compress and push through the parts containedtherein the elongated pipe tubing and triggers a repeating pulse ofenergy during cleaning.

In certain embodiments, turbulence and change from liquid to gas pushparticles in one direction by pulsing from start to finish duringcleaning.

In certain embodiments, change from gas to liquid and back providesenergy to dislodge particles and moves liberated particles through amass of the parts and in turn through the component retainer outlet.

In certain embodiments, the plurality of inlets are configured with atleast one optional valve or orifice to regulate back pressure duringcleaning.

In certain embodiments, the plurality of inlets are configured toreceive process aids during cleaning.

In certain embodiments, the gas source includes at least one ofnitrogen, compressed air, argon, carbon dioxide, or other productcompatible pressurized gas.

In certain embodiments, the detergent or surfactant source includes atleast one of any compatible detergent solution.

In certain embodiments, the solvent source includes at least one ofultra-pure de-ionized water, distilled water, hydrogen peroxide, mineralspirits, rust inhibitor or industrial cleaning solvent.

In a second aspect, there is provided herein a directed flow pressurewasher method for precision cleaning of parts. The method includes thefollowing steps: connecting a plurality of inlets to an elongated pipetubing at a proximal end thereof via an inlet tee fitting; configuringthe plurality of inlets for receiving at least a gas, a detergent orsurfactant, and a solvent, intermittently or simultaneouslytherethrough; providing a gas source for supplying the gas configured tobe connected to one of the plurality of inlets configured to receive thegas via a first tubing; providing a detergent or surfactant source forsupplying the detergent or surfactant configured to be connected to oneof the plurality of inlets configured to receive the detergent orsurfactant via a second tubing; providing a solvent source for supplyingthe solvent configured to be connected to one of the plurality of inletsconfigured to receive the solvent via a third tubing; placing the partsfor cleaning inside the elongated pipe tubing at a distal end thereof;attaching a component retainer configured with openings at an outletthereof to the elongated pipe tubing at the distal end thereof forcontaining the parts therein and allowing particles therethrough duringcleaning; exposing the parts to a directed variable pressure and flowrate of the gas, the detergent or surfactant, and the solvent,intermittently or simultaneously; removing the attached componentretainer from the distal end of the elongated pipe tubing after cleaningis completed; and removing the cleaned parts from the elongated pipetubing.

In certain embodiments, the step of configuring the plurality of inletsfor receiving at least the gas, the detergent or surfactant, and thesolvent, intermittently or simultaneously therethrough further includes:filtering the gas, the detergent or surfactant, and the solvent to apredetermined micron level before passing therethrough the inlet teefitting for cleaning of the parts in the elongated pipe tubing.

In certain embodiments, the step of configuring the plurality of inletsfor receiving at least the gas, the detergent or surfactant, and thesolvent, intermittently or simultaneously therethrough further includes:configuring the plurality of inlets with at least one optional valve ororifice to regulate back pressure during cleaning.

In certain embodiments, the step of configuring the plurality of inletsfor receiving at least the gas, the detergent or surfactant, and thesolvent, intermittently or simultaneously therethrough further includes:feeding at least one of the detergent or surfactant and the solvent at apredetermined pressure and flow rate into the inlet tee fitting with thegas fed at one of the plurality of inlets, thereby forming a pressurewashing chamber.

In certain embodiments, the step of exposing the parts to the directedvariable pressure and flow rate of the gas, the detergent or surfactant,and the solvent, intermittently or simultaneously, further includes:feeding the detergent or surfactant followed by the solvent pushed withthe gas at a predetermined pressure and flow rate into the inlet teefitting, the gas triggering surges in the solvent forming turbulence fordistribution of the detergent or surfactant, particle liberation andflow over the parts during cleaning.

In certain embodiments, the step of exposing the parts to the directedvariable pressure and flow rate of the gas, the detergent or surfactant,and the solvent, intermittently or simultaneously, further includes:configuring the plurality of inlets to be switched from detergent torinse to purge for an integrated cleaning method that washes, rinses,pressure washes and dries.

In certain embodiments, the step of removing the cleaned parts from theelongated pipe tubing further includes: storing or packaging the cleanedparts until next use.

In a third aspect, there is provided herein a directed flow pressurewasher apparatus for precision cleaning of parts. The apparatus includesa plurality of inlets connected to an elongated pipe tubing at aproximal end thereof via an inlet tee fitting. The plurality of inletsare configured to receive at least a gas, a detergent or surfactant, anda solvent, intermittently or simultaneously therethrough. A componentretainer is removably attached to the elongated pipe tubing at a distalend thereof. The elongated pipe tubing is configured for containing theparts therein and for exposing the parts to a directed variable pressureand flow rate of the gas, the detergent or surfactant, and the solvent.The component retainer includes openings at an outlet thereof forallowing particles therethrough while retaining the parts therein theelongated pipe tubing during cleaning.

In certain embodiments, the plurality of inlets are controllable via ashut-off valve for each inlet for controlling the flow and pressure ofthe gas, the detergent or surfactant, and the solvent, intermittently orsimultaneously therethrough and into the inlet tee fitting.

Various advantages of this disclosure will become apparent to thoseskilled in the art from the following detailed description, when read inlight of the accompanying drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a setup of the directed flow pressurewasher system and apparatus for precision cleaning of parts inaccordance with an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 2 is an enlarged sectional view of the directed flow pressurewasher system and apparatus shown with parts to be precision cleanedplaced in an elongated pipe tubing in accordance with an exampleembodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 3 is an enlarged sectional view of the directed flow pressurewasher system and apparatus shown with parts in process of beingprecision cleaned in the elongated pipe tubing in accordance with anexample embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 4 is an enlarged sectional view of the directed flow pressurewasher system and apparatus shown with the cleaned parts retained by thecomponent retainer in accordance with an example embodiment of thepresent disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

This disclosure is not limited to the particular apparatus, systems,methodologies or protocols described, as these may vary. The terminologyused in this description is for the purpose of describing the particularversions or embodiments only, and is not intended to limit the scope.

As used in this document, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the”include plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.Unless defined otherwise, all technical and scientific terms used hereinhave the same meanings as commonly understood by one of ordinary skillin the art. All sizes recited in this document are by way of exampleonly, and the disclosure is not limited to structures having thespecific sizes or dimensions recited below. As used herein, the term“comprising” means “including, but not limited to.”

In consideration of the figures, it is to be understood for purposes ofclarity that certain details of construction and/or operation are notprovided in view of such details being conventional and well within theskill of the art upon disclosure of the document described herein.

The present disclosure pertains to a directed flow pressure washersystem, method and apparatus for the precision cleaning of parts in bulkfor various industries. The restriction of overspray directed within theconfined space of the tubing allows positive contact with each part tobe cleaned. The use of gas, such as nitrogen, to accelerate the solventcreates pockets of gas that compress and push through the parts to becleaned. This turbulence and change from liquid to gas push particulatein one direction by pulsing from beginning to end. This system andmethod requires all parts to be exposed to the pressure and flow rate ofthe cleaning source. When sized appropriately, the parts are exposed toan intense flow rate not available otherwise. The inlet can be switchedfrom detergent to rinse to purge for an integrated cleaning method thatwashes, rinses, pressure washes and dries. This can also establish apackaging method by not removing the cleaned parts and instead ofbagging or weighing for counting, instead sealing the vessel androtating parts from manufacturing, to cleaning, to storage, to assembly,and back again. This may also allow the vessel to be a type of magazinefor manual or robotic assembly, which could eliminate sources ofcontamination from handling.

Referring now to the drawings, the directed flow pressure washer system10 and apparatus 12 of the present disclosure will be described in moredetail. FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a setup of the directed flowpressure washer system 10 and apparatus 12 for precision cleaning ofparts 14 (FIGS. 2-4) according to the present disclosure. FIG. 2 is anenlarged sectional view of the directed flow pressure washer system 10and apparatus 12 shown with parts 14 to be precision cleaned placed inan elongated pipe tubing 16. The system 10 generally includes aplurality of inlets 18 connected to an elongated pipe tubing 16 at aproximal end 20 thereof via an inlet tee fitting 22. The plurality ofinlets 18 are configured to receive at least a gas 24, a detergent orsurfactant 26, and a solvent 28, intermittently or simultaneouslytherethrough. A gas source 24′ supplies the gas 24 configured to beconnected to one of the plurality of inlets 18 configured to receive thegas 24 via a first tubing 30. A detergent or surfactant source 26′supplies the detergent or surfactant 26 configured to be connected toone of the plurality of inlets 18 configured to receive the detergent orsurfactant 26 via a second tubing 32. A solvent source 28′ supplies thesolvent 28 configured to be connected to one of the plurality of inlets18 configured to receive the solvent 28 via a third tubing 34. Acomponent retainer 36 is removably attached to the elongated pipe tubing16 at a distal end 38 thereof. The elongated pipe tubing 16 isconfigured to contain the parts 14 therein such that the parts 14 areexposed to a directed variable pressure and flow rate of the gas 24, thedetergent or surfactant 26, and the solvent 28. The component retainer36 includes openings 40 at an outlet 42 thereof to allow particles 44therethrough while retaining the parts 14 therein the elongated pipetubing 16 during cleaning.

In accordance with the present disclosure, the gas 24, the detergent orsurfactant 26, and the solvent 28 are configured to be filtered 46 to apredetermined micron level before passing therethrough the inlet teefitting 22 for cleaning of the parts 14 in the elongated pipe tubing 16.

In the illustrated embodiments, the plurality of inlets 18 arecontrollable via a shut-off valve 48 for each inlet 18 such that the gas24, the detergent or surfactant 26, and the solvent 28 flowintermittently or simultaneously therethrough and into the inlet teefitting 22.

FIG. 3 is an enlarged sectional view of the directed flow pressurewasher system 10 and apparatus 12 shown with parts 14 in process ofbeing precision cleaned in the elongated pipe tubing 16 according to thepresent disclosure. In some embodiments, the gas 24 accelerates thesolvent 28 and forms pockets of gas 24″ that compress and push throughthe parts 14 contained therein the elongated pipe tubing 16 and triggersa repeating pulse of energy during cleaning.

In other embodiments, turbulence and change from liquid to gas 24 pushparticles 44 in one direction by pulsing from start to finish duringcleaning. It is to be understood that the liquid is in the form of thedetergent or surfactant 26 and/or solvent 28 used with the directed flowpressure washer system 10 and apparatus 12 disclosed herein.

FIG. 4 is an enlarged sectional view of the directed flow pressurewasher system 10 and apparatus 12 shown with the cleaned parts 14retained by the component retainer 36 according to the presentdisclosure. The removed particles exit the component retainer 16 throughthe openings 40 at the outlet 42 after cleaning is completed.

In the illustrated embodiments, change from gas 24 to liquid and backprovides energy to dislodge particles 44 and moves liberated particles44 through a mass of the parts 14 and in turn through the componentretainer outlet 42.

In some embodiments, the plurality of inlets 18 are configured with atleast one optional valve or orifice (cleaning valve) 50 to regulate backpressure during cleaning.

It is to be understood that the three-way valves of the inlet teefitting 22 shown in the figures are customized to the particularcleaning process and can be configured to toggle between detergent andwater during the cleaning process. In addition, it is to be understoodthat the cleaning may be performed without the detergent as a minimumsuch that just gas and water is used in the cleaning process. However,most parts 14 would benefit from the addition of the detergent orsurfactant in the cleaning process as disclosed herein.

In other embodiments, the plurality of inlets 18 are configured toreceive process aids (not shown) during cleaning. In particular,chlorinated water, isopropyl alcohol (IPA), and hydrogen peroxide can beused to sterilize the parts 14 and silicon oil or another lubricant mayneed to be applied to a surface of the parts 14 in a pure state. Forexample, a secondary solvent or gas can be used to sterilize orcondition the parts 14 and oxygen or ozone can be used to finish thesurface of parts 14.

In some embodiments, the gas source 24′ includes at least one ofnitrogen, compressed air, argon, carbon dioxide, or any other suitableproduct compatible pressurized gas. The gas 24 accelerates solvent 28flow in pulses compressing between surges of solvent 28.

In some embodiments, the detergent or surfactant source 26′ includes atleast one of any suitable compatible detergent solution. The detergentor surfactant 26 is selected for material compatibility andspecification compliance. Non-limiting examples of suitable detergentsthat can be used in the system 10 include ALCONOX, LIQUINOX, TritonX-100, Sodium Hydroxide, CITRISURF, Optical Cleaning Solution, Brulin,and other commercial cleaning solutions.

In certain embodiments, the solvent source 28′ includes at least one ofultra-pure de-ionized water, distilled water, hydrogen peroxide, mineralspirits, rust inhibitor or industrial cleaning solvent. It is to beunderstood that the solvent source 28′ can be any suitable solvent andis not limited to those disclosed herein for use in the directed flowpressure washer system 10 of the present disclosure. The solvent 28 isselected per material compatibility.

In accordance with the present disclosure, the additional parameters oftemperature and sonic cavitation can be included in the directed flowpressure washer system 10. Increasing temperature can remove solubleresidues such as hydrocarbon and paraffin, and sonication can supplementparticle liberation if transducers (not shown) are mounted to thecleaning chamber.

It is to be understood that the various components (i.e., inlet teefitting 22, elongated pipe tubing 16, and component retainer 36) of theapparatus 12 disclosed herein can be fabricated of metals, metal alloys,stainless steel, plastic or any suitable sturdy material. It is to befurther understood that the various components of the apparatus 12 canbe of any suitable size and shape to accommodate the parts 14 to beprecision cleaned via the directed flow pressure washer system 10 andmethod of the present disclosure.

In accordance with the present disclosure, the various components of theapparatus 12 disclosed herein can be manufactured via 3D printing,injection molding, roll forming, extrusion, welding or any suitablemanufacturing process.

The present disclosure further contemplates a method for a directed flowpressure washer method for precision cleaning of parts using the system10 and apparatus 12 disclosed herein. The method generally includes thefollowing steps:

connecting a plurality of inlets 18 to an elongated pipe tubing 16 at aproximal end 20 thereof via an inlet tee fitting 22;

configuring the plurality of inlets 18 for receiving at least a gas 24,a detergent or surfactant 26, and a solvent 28, intermittently orsimultaneously therethrough;

providing a gas source 24′ for supplying the gas 24 configured to beconnected to one of the plurality of inlets 18 configured to receive thegas 24 via a first tubing 30;

providing a detergent or surfactant source 26′ for supplying thedetergent or surfactant 26 configured to be connected to one of theplurality of inlets 18 configured to receive the detergent or surfactant26 via a second tubing 32;

providing a solvent source 28′ for supplying the solvent 28 configuredto be connected to one of the plurality of inlets 18 configured toreceive the solvent 28 via a third tubing 34;

placing the parts 14 for cleaning inside the elongated pipe tubing 16 ata distal end 38 thereof;

attaching a component retainer 36 configured with openings 40 at anoutlet 42 thereof to the elongated pipe tubing 16 at the distal end 38thereof for containing the parts 14 therein and allowing particles 44therethrough during cleaning;

exposing the parts 14 to a directed variable pressure and flow rate ofthe gas 24, the detergent or surfactant 26, and the solvent 28,intermittently or simultaneously;

removing the attached component retainer 36 from the distal end 38 ofthe elongated pipe tubing 16 after cleaning is completed; and

removing the cleaned parts 14 from the elongated pipe tubing 16.

In some embodiments, the step of configuring the plurality of inlets 18for receiving at least the gas 24, the detergent or surfactant 26, andthe solvent 28, intermittently or simultaneously therethrough furtherincludes: filtering the gas 24, the detergent or surfactant 26, and thesolvent 28 to a predetermined micron level via a filter 46 beforepassing therethrough the inlet tee fitting 22 for cleaning of the parts14 in the elongated pipe tubing 16.

In other embodiments, the step of configuring the plurality of inlets 18for receiving at least the gas 24, the detergent or surfactant 26, andthe solvent 28, intermittently or simultaneously therethrough furtherincludes: configuring the plurality of inlets 18 with at least oneoptional valve or orifice (cleaning valve) 50 to regulate back pressureduring cleaning.

In other embodiments, the step of configuring the plurality of inlets 18for receiving at least the gas 24, the detergent or surfactant 26, andthe solvent 28, intermittently or simultaneously therethrough furtherincludes: feeding at least one of the detergent or surfactant 26 and thesolvent 28 at a predetermined pressure and flow rate into the inlet teefitting 22 with the gas 24 fed at one of the plurality of inlets 18 (seedirectional flow indicated by arrows in FIG. 3), thereby forming apressure washing chamber 52.

In some embodiments, the step of exposing the parts 14 to the directedvariable pressure and flow rate of the gas 24, the detergent orsurfactant 26, and the solvent 28, intermittently or simultaneously,further includes: feeding the detergent or surfactant 26 followed by thesolvent 28 pushed with the gas 24 at a predetermined pressure and flowrate into the inlet tee fitting 22 (see directional flow indicated byarrows in FIG. 3), the gas 24 triggering surges in the solvent 28forming turbulence for distribution of the detergent or surfactant 26,particle liberation and flow over the parts 14 during cleaning.

In other embodiments, the step of exposing the parts 14 to the directedvariable pressure and flow rate of the gas 24, the detergent orsurfactant 26, and the solvent 28, intermittently or simultaneously,further includes: configuring the plurality of inlets 18 to be switchedfrom detergent to rinse to purge for an integrated cleaning method thatwashes, rinses, pressure washes and dries.

In further embodiments, the step of removing the cleaned parts 14 fromthe elongated pipe tubing 16 further includes: storing or packaging thecleaned parts 14 until next use.

It is to be understood that filtration, pressure, flow, elongated tubingsize and the component retainer will vary with process controlparameters. The diameter of the chamber in the elongated pipe tubing 16should allow the voids between the parts 14 to be cleaned sufficientflow so as to not inhibit the pulsing action while cleaning. Excessivespace would not equally clean parts because pulses would not be producedand insufficient space would result in a significantly reduced flowrate, which would fail to propel fine particulate. Detergents provideincreased wetting at poorly accessible surfaces due to contact. Whencleaning with a proper flow rate, the detergent assists in the expulsionof particulate.

These and other advantages of the present disclosure will be apparent tothose skilled in the art. Accordingly, it will be recognized by thoseskilled in the art that changes or modifications may be made to theabove-described embodiments without departing from the broad inventiveconcepts of the present disclosure. It should therefore be understoodthat the present disclosure is not limited to the particular embodimentsdescribed herein, but is intended to include all changes andmodifications that are within the scope and spirit of the disclosure asencompassed by the disclosure and figures herein and the followingclaims.

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 21. A directed flow pressure washer system forprecision cleaning of one or more parts, comprising: a gas sourcecontaining a gas; a solvent source containing a solvent; a plurality ofinlets connected to an elongated pipe tubing at a proximal end thereofvia an intersection, wherein the gas source is connected to a firstinlet of the plurality of inlets via a first tubing, wherein the firstinlet is configured to receive the gas therethrough, wherein the solventsource is connected to a second inlet of the plurality of inlets via asecond tubing, wherein the second inlet is configured to receive thesolvent therethrough; and a component retainer removably attached to theelongated pipe tubing at a distal end thereof, wherein the one or moreparts are located in the elongated pipe tubing at the distal end of theelongated pipe tubing such that the one or more parts are exposed to adirected variable pressure and flow rate of the gas and/or the solvent,wherein the component retainer is configured with one or more openingsat an outlet thereof to allow particles therethrough while retaining theone or more parts in the elongated pipe tubing during cleaning.
 22. Thedirected flow pressure washer system of claim 21, wherein the firstinlet comprises a filter configured to filter the gas to a certainmicron level before the gas passes through the intersection for cleaningof the one or more parts in the elongated pipe tubing.
 23. The directedflow pressure washer system of claim 21, wherein the second inletcomprises a filter configured to filter the solvent to a certain micronlevel before the solvent passes through the intersection for cleaning ofthe one or more parts in the elongated pipe tubing.
 24. The directedflow pressure washer system of claim 21, further comprising a detergentor surfactant source for supplying a detergent or surfactant, whereinthe detergent or surfactant source is configured to be connected to athird inlet of the plurality of inlets, wherein the third inlet isconfigured to receive the detergent or surfactant via a third tubing.25. The directed flow pressure washer system of claim 24, wherein theplurality of inlets are controllable via a shut-off valve for each inletsuch that the gas, the detergent or surfactant, and the solvent flowintermittently or simultaneously into the intersection.
 26. The directedflow pressure washer system of claim 21, wherein the gas accelerates thesolvent and forms pockets of gas that compresses and pushes through theone or more parts contained in the elongated pipe tubing and triggers arepeating pulse of energy during cleaning.
 27. The directed flowpressure washer system of claim 21, wherein turbulence and a change fromliquid to gas pushes particles in one direction during cleaning.
 28. Thedirected flow pressure washer system of claim 21, wherein a change fromgas to liquid and back to gas provides energy to dislodge particles andmoves at least a portion of the particles through the one or more partsand in turn through the outlet.
 29. The directed flow pressure washersystem of claim 21, wherein each of the plurality of inlets areconfigured with at least one valve or orifice to regulate back pressureduring cleaning.
 30. The directed flow pressure washer system of claim21, wherein one or more of the plurality of inlets are configured toreceive process aids during cleaning.
 31. The directed flow pressurewasher system of claim 21, wherein the gas comprises at least one ofnitrogen, compressed air, argon, or carbon dioxide, or other pressurizedgas that does not damage the one or more parts located in the elongatedpipe tubing.
 32. The directed flow pressure washer system of claim 24,wherein the detergent or surfactant source comprises at least one of anydetergent solution that does not damage the one or more parts located inthe elongated pipe tubing.
 33. The directed flow pressure washer systemof claim 21, wherein the solvent comprises at least one of ultra-purede-ionized water, distilled water, hydrogen peroxide, mineral spirits,rust inhibitor or industrial cleaning solvent.
 34. The directed flowpressure washer system of claim 21, further comprising a soniccavitation transducer configured to provide increased particleliberation via sonication.
 35. A method for precision cleaning of one ormore parts, comprising: connecting a plurality of inlets to an elongatedpipe tubing at a proximal end thereof via an intersection, wherein theplurality of inlets comprises at least a first inlet and a second inlet;configuring the first inlet for receiving a gas therethrough;configuring the second inlet for receiving a solvent therethrough;providing a gas source for supplying the gas, wherein the gas source isconnected to the first inlet via a first tubing; providing a solventsource for supplying the solvent, wherein the solvent source isconnected to the second inlet via a second tubing; placing the one ormore parts for cleaning inside the elongated pipe tubing at a distal endthereof; attaching a component retainer configured with openings at anoutlet thereof to the elongated pipe tubing at the distal end of theelongated pipe tubing such that the one or more parts are contained inthe elongated pipe tubing and particles are allowed to pass through theopenings of the outlet; and exposing the one or more parts to a directedvariable pressure and flow rate of the gas and/or the solvent,intermittently or simultaneously.
 36. The method of claim 35, furthercomprising: removing the component retainer from the distal end of theelongated pipe tubing after cleaning is completed; and removing the oneor more parts from the elongated pipe tubing.
 37. The method of claim35, further comprising: sealing the one or more parts in the elongatedpipe tubing after cleaning is completed; and storing or packing the oneor more parts.
 38. The method of claim 35, further comprising: providinga detergent or surfactant source for supplying a detergent orsurfactant, wherein the detergent or surfactant source is connected to athird inlet via a third tubing.
 39. The method of claim 35, furthercomprising configuring the plurality of inlets with at least one valveor orifice to regulate back pressure during cleaning.
 40. The method ofclaim 35, wherein the solvent is provided at a certain pressure and flowrate into the intersection with the gas, thereby forming a pressurewashing chamber.
 41. The method of claim 35, wherein exposing the one ormore parts to the directed variable pressure and flow rate of the gasand/or the solvent comprises: feeding the solvent pushed with the gas ata certain pressure and flow rate into the intersection, wherein the gastriggers surges in the solvent and forms turbulence for distribution ofthe detergent or surfactant, and wherein the gas causes particleliberation and flow over the parts during cleaning.
 42. The method ofclaim 38, wherein exposing the one or more parts to the directedvariable pressure and flow rate of the gas and/or the solvent comprises:configuring the plurality of inlets to be switched from detergent torinse to purge for an integrated cleaning method that washes, rinses,pressure washes and dries.